Child Protective Services Nurse Consultant

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Opening Date: August 13, 2026          

Closing Date: August 26, 2026                 

Job Class Code: 5080

Grade: 25 (Nurse Management)

Salary: $66,227.20 - $90,771.20 per year

Position Numbers: 02000-4185 & 02000-4186

Location: This position will be located in our Augusta, Bangor, or Portland office and may require statewide travel. 

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

 Core Responsibilities:

As the Child Protective Services Nurse Consultant, you will work under the direction of the Medical Director of OCFS and the Child Wellbeing Supervisor. You will be responsible for the following as it relates to the well-being of children in foster care and their caregiver(s):

•        Collaborate with OCFS staff, medical providers, social service providers and other community collaboratives, taskforces and workgroups who work to improve the well-being of children and youth in foster care

•        Collaborate and provide consultation with OCFS staff regarding children in foster care with unique medical needs and complex medical issues.

•        Provide quality improvement training for direct line staff.

•        Gather and document information related to the well-being of children in foster care and provide follow up to ensure identified these needs are addressed. (including, but not limited to: Immunizations, Initial Medical Appointments, Comprehensive Medical Evaluations, Well Child Checks, etc)

•        Provide oversight and monitoring for psychotropic medications prescribed to children and youth in foster care, including pulling and reviewing monthly reports in accordance with the Desk Level Procedure Guide

•        Other duties as it relates to supporting the health and well-being of children and youth in foster care

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field demonstrating competency in case management, medication management, child welfare, and/or behavioral health management.

This position requires a valid license as a Registered Nurse as issued by the Maine State Board of Nursing.

PREFERRED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

1.        Knowledge of child health and well-being related to development and recommended care related to medical, dental, and mental health.

2.        Knowledge of child welfare, child abuse and neglect, children’s behavioral health and trauma informed systems of care.

3.        Knowledge of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for developmental, behavioral and mental health conditions of children and adolescents.

Please submit a cover letter addressing your skills and/or prior experience in each of the areas above.

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Agency information: 

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Office of Child & Family Services (OCFS), within DHHS is responsible for ensuring the safety, permanency and well-being of children and families through community networks, local resources, and life-long family connections throughout Maine. This position will be part of the Child Welfare Division.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Jenna Wolfinger, Child Wellbeing Supervisor, at  [email protected]

To apply, please upload a recent resume (if available) and cover letter addressing each of the four preferred skills/experience areas above.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact [email protected]

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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